Raymarine RayPilot 650 User Manual

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Raymarine RayPilot 650 Specifications

General

Brand	Raymarine
Model	RayPilot 650
Category	Autopilot System
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Overview

Introduces the RayPilot 650 features, modes, and capabilities.

1.2 About this handbook

Details the handbook structure, warranty, and important information.

Safety notices

Provides critical warnings for installation, electrical safety, and safe operation.

Chapter 2: Using the RayPilot 650

2.1 Overview

Introduces the section on operating the RayPilot 650.

2.2 Auto mode

Explains how to engage and use the Auto mode for steering.

2.3 Navigation (Track) mode

Details the Navigation (Track) mode for waypoint navigation.

2.4 Power steer

Explains the Power Steer mode for manual helm control.

2.5 Manual override (AutoRelease) - sterndrives only

Describes manual override for sterndrive installations.

2.6 Display and keypad

Describes the RayPilot 650 display layout and keypad functions.

Key functions

Explains the operation of individual keys like AUTO and STBY.

2.7 Response control

Introduces response control for system tuning.

2.8 Alarms and warnings

Introduces the system's alarms and warning indicators.

2.9 Joystick operation

Introduces the optional joystick operation.

Chapter 4: Installing the RayPilot 650

4.1 Planning the installation

Guidance on planning the installation of the RayPilot 650.

Cabling guidelines

Provides essential guidelines for routing cables.

EMC installation guidelines

Guidelines for ensuring optimal Electromagnetic Compatibility.

4.2 Mounting the control unit

Instructions for mounting the RayPilot 650 control unit.

Bracket mounting

Step-by-step instructions for mounting using a bracket.

Console mounting

Instructions for flush mounting the control unit onto a console.

4.3 Joystick installation (optional)

Instructions for installing the optional joystick.

Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot

5.1 Dockside checks

Initial checks performed on the boat before sea trials.

Step 1 - Switch on

Procedure for powering up the autopilot system.

Step 2 - Check the SeaTalk and NMEA connections

Verifying SeaTalk and NMEA data connections.

Step 3 - Check the autopilot operating sense

Verifying the autopilot's steering and rudder response.

Step 4 - Adjust basic autopilot settings

Adjusting fundamental autopilot parameters.

Calibrating the compass

Procedures for calibrating the boat's compass.

Adjusting the rudder gain

Adjusting rudder gain for optimal steering response.

Adjusting the counter rudder

Adjusting counter rudder for yaw damping.

Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings

This chapter explains all of the calibration settings

Overview of all calibration settings available for adjustment.

6.1 Type 150/150G and 400/400G course computers

Details for accessing calibration mode for specific models.

Vessel type (vES tYP)

Setting the vessel type for calibration.

Rudder limit (rUd StP)

Setting the limits for rudder control.

AutoAdapt (AUt AdP)

Compensating for heading errors at high latitudes.

Dealer Calibration: default settings with Type 100/300

Default calibration settings for Type 100/300 computers.